Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Antique Jewellery & Watch Repairs in Edinburgh
Established in 1946, Goodwin Antiques is a family-owned business renowned for its expertise in antique and vintage jewellery. With three generations of experience, we specialise in precious stones and silverware, offering a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern practices. Our services include jewellery and watch repairs, valuations, purchasing, and bespoke engraving, all delivered with a commitment to integrity and quality. Located in Edinburgh's New Town and West End, we provide a personalised service that prioritises customer satisfaction. Our onsite workshop ensures high-quality repairs and alterations while maintaining full insurance for all items in our care.We pride ourselves on transparent pricing, professional advice, and preserving the heritage of fine jewellery. With two accessible showrooms and a reputation as Edinburgh's largest family-owned jeweller, we combine historical expertise with contemporary service standards. Our team's extensive knowledge spans luxury watches, silverware, and antique pieces, ensuring clients receive accurate valuations and expert care. Through decades of experience, we have built a trusted reputation for fairness in purchasing and part-exchange services. Whether restoring heirlooms or creating custom engravings, we maintain the highest standards of craftsmanship and client communication.
Services
Jewellery Repairs
Watch Repairs
Valuations
Purchasing
Engraving
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- Three generations of expertise in antique jewellery since 1946
- Onsite workshop for immediate jewellery and watch repairs
- Free no-obligation valuations with detailed documentation
- Bespoke engraving by experienced master craftsmen
- Edinburgh's largest family-owned fine jewellery business
Services
Jewellery Repairs
Our specialist workshop provides comprehensive repairs for silver, gold, and platinum items. Services include resizing, pearl stringing, stone re-polishing, and rhodium plating. All work is conducted by experienced craftsmen with free consultations and no-obligation quotes. We ensure your precious items receive expert care while maintaining their original integrity.
Watch Repairs
Offering complete watch servicing including movement repairs, crystal replacement, and water resistance testing. Our Edinburgh-based specialists handle mechanical and quartz watches, vintage restoration, and battery replacements. All repairs use quality components while preserving historical accuracy for antique pieces. Services available while-you-wait at our Rose Street branch.
Valuations
Professional assessment services for jewellery, silverware, and watches with detailed documentation. Our experts provide insurance valuations, probate assessments, and market evaluations using industry-standard techniques. Fees start at 65 per item with comprehensive reports including photographs and authenticity verification for accurate market pricing.
Purchasing
We buy gold, platinum, and silver items including antique jewellery, luxury watches, and collectible silverware. Our Edinburgh-based directors offer immediate payment for suitable items with fair market valuations. Unsuitable items receive guidance on alternative selling options. Part-exchange available against our extensive collection of fine jewellery.
Engraving
Custom hand-engraving available on all precious metals by master craftsmen. Services include monograms, commemorative messages, and intricate seal designs. We work with rings, watches, and silverware to create bespoke additions. Clients receive design consultations and font selection assistance for both simple and complex engraving requirements.
People
Joe Goodwin
Director
Third-generation jeweller with extensive expertise in antique jewellery and silverware. Specialises in valuation services and heritage preservation. Manages the Queensferry Street showroom operations and client consultations.
Ben Goodwin
Director
Co-director with deep knowledge of luxury watches and vintage timepieces. Oversees the Rose Street branch and repair services. Provides expert advice on jewellery restoration and modern adaptations.
Questions
What services does Goodwins Edinburgh offer?
We provide jewellery and watch repairs, valuations, purchasing, engraving, and antique jewellery sales across two Edinburgh locations.
How long has Goodwins been in business?
Since 1946, making us Edinburgh's longest-established family jeweller with three generations of experience.
Can I get immediate jewellery repairs?
Yes, our Rose Street branch offers same-day repairs, alterations, and polishing services while you wait.
Do you provide valuation certificates?
Yes, we offer detailed valuation reports with photographs and descriptions suitable for insurance or probate purposes.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept major credit cards, bank transfers, and cheques for all our jewellery and repair services.
Can you engrave existing jewellery pieces?
Yes, our master engravers can add custom messages, monograms, or intricate designs to existing precious metal items.
